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Tiger Woods 'Caught by the Tail' in Cledus T. Judd Parody Song and Video
Fri, 11 Dec 2009, 13:24:25 EST — Edited by Debra Tone
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The comedic assault on Tiger Woods continues with the Cledus T. Judd release of a parody of the classic country song 'Tiger by the Tail,' recorded by Buck Owens in 1965. Judd's adaptation, 'Tiger by the Tail (The Tale of Tiger Woods),' recorded just one week ago, is already spinning on major radio stations in Chicago (WUSN-FM), Tampa (WQYK-FM), and Knoxville (WIVK-FM), among others, and today a music video is making its viral rounds on YouTube.

Senior Care Business Owner in Brentwood, Tenn., Receives Prestigious Award
Fri, 06 Nov 2009, 13:05:24 EST — Edited by Carly Zander
NASHVILLE, Tenn. and CINCINNATI, Ohio (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Robert Harter, owner of the Home Helpers and Direct Link in Brentwood, Tenn., was recently honored as the recipient of the 2009 Rookie of the Year Award for Home Helpers, the nation's leading senior care franchise specializing in non-medical and personal care and companionship for seniors. Harter accepted the honor at the company's annual national conference in Orlando, Fla., on October 14, 2009.

Nashville Company Manufactures Chinese Product in Backyard
Fri, 23 Oct 2009, 16:28:43 EST — Edited by Debra Tone
SPRING HILL, Tenn. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- McDonald Webb, Inc. today introduced The Steampunk Sparkplug for Smokers, the first domestically produced, mass-marketed e-cigarette. E-cigarettes were invented in China about four years ago. They work by heating a glycol substance with nicotine and tobacco flavoring added. While a popular novelty item, e-cigarettes contain many consumable parts that fail and must be replaced often.

The Cost of Bed Bugs - Treatment Can Be Hundreds of Thousands of Dollars
Thu, 23 Jul 2009, 14:00:57 EST — Edited by Carly Zander
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Bed bugs are not just a 'dirty little secret' anymore. On April 15, The EPA suggested that the growing U.S. bed bug problem should be classified as an epidemic. And the costs of dealing with this epidemic can be staggering. 'Bed bugs are reclusive, their eggs and babies are clear and microscopic, they spread fast through homes and hotels alike and the cost of treating in time, money and mental anguish can become extremely expensive,' said Diana Sosa, co-owner of Tennessee based Dog Inspectors.

BONE FIRE Smokehouse Invites BBQ Fans to Cast their Votes on 'LIVE with Regis and Kelly'
Fri, 03 Jul 2009, 13:21:56 EST — Edited by Carly Zander
KINGSPORT, Tenn. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- LIVE with Regis and Kelly's producers are kicking-off a nationwide search for the best grill recipe and they're asking their viewers for help with the 'Ultimate Hometown Grill Off.' One regional chef has a good chance, but needs your help. Erich Soll, Executive Chef at BONE FIRE Smokehouse in Downtown Kingsport, Tenn., has been selected as having one of the top 5 ribs recipes in the nation, with his succulent Smoked Ribs with Fightin' Irish Whiskey Sauce.

New Award-Winning Documentary on Terri Schiavo will be Featured at the National Right to Life Convention
Thu, 26 Mar 2009, 12:08:59 EST — Edited by Carly Zander
NASHVILLE, Tenn., March 26 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The National Right to Life Committee (NRLC) will have a special screening of the new documentary, 'The Terri Schiavo Story' (Franklin Springs Family Media), at their national convention in June. Additionally, National Right to Life will be endorsing the film in their April edition of the National Right to Life News which is sent out to nearly 400,000 subscribers.

New Edition of Medicaid Planning Book Features Two New Chapters on Veterans Benefits
Wed, 28 Jan 2009, 18:30:54 EST — Edited by Carly Zander
NASHVILLE, Tenn., Jan. 28 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Phylius Press, publisher of the leading book on how to qualify for nursing home Medicaid coverage, has announced a new affiliation with author Thomas Day of the National Care Planning Council. Mr. Day has contributed two new chapters on veterans benefits for nursing home residents to the recently published third edition (2009) of Phylius Press's flagship book, 'How to Protect Your Family's Assets from Devastating Nursing Home Costs: Medicaid Secrets,' (ISBN 9780979080142) by attorney K. Gabriel Heiser.

LifeModeler, Inc. Provides $400,000 Grant to Inmotion Musculoskeletal Institute
Thu, 18 Sep 2008, 13:07:10 EDT — Edited by Carly Zander
SAN CLEMENTE, Calif., Sept. 18 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- A software grant that could lead to orthopedic surgeons being able to immediately gauge the effectiveness of implanted joints has been announced by LifeModeler, Inc. The company, a leading global provider of biomechanical human body simulation tools and services, will provide $400,000 of software and services to InMotion Musculoskeletal Institute and the University of Memphis, Memphis, Tenn.

NAStek's Enhanced Trucking Management Software Works to Combat Soaring Fuel Prices
Tue, 17 Jun 2008, 10:52:24 EDT — Edited by Debra Tone
NASHVILLE, Tenn., June 17 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- NAStek National, LLC announces the launch of a load profitability module to its trucking management software - MYSTC - that helps trucking companies with rising fuel prices and reduced profit margins. This new software enhancement will help trucking companies to calculate their projected costs per load.

Congressman Virgil Goode to Receive Stephen Dill Lee Award Wednesday
Tue, 04 Dec 2007, 09:20:37 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
ELM SPRINGS, COLUMBIA, Tenn. - Dec. 4 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Sons of Confederate Veterans Commander-in-Chief Christopher M. Sullivan will present the Stephen Dill Lee Award to Congressman Virgil Goode of Virginia at a ceremony sponsored by the Jefferson Davis Camp, #305, Sons of Confederate Veterans.

Romney Agitates Confederate Descendants
Mon, 03 Dec 2007, 09:54:09 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
ELM SPRINGS, Tenn. - Dec. 3 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Sons of Confederate Veterans leader Christopher M. Sullivan issued the following statement in response to the CNN Republican debate Wednesday 28 November: Mitt Romney proposes himself to be president of the United States but last night he clearly demonstrated not only his ignorance (more).

Sons of Confederate Veterans Leader Answers Sharpton's Remarks About Confederate Symbols
Thu, 01 Nov 2007, 15:45:28 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
ELM SPRINGS, Tenn. - Nov. 1 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The following statement was issued today by Christopher M. Sullivan, Commander-In-Chief, Sons of Confederate Veterans: It has come to our attention that Al Sharpton has used highly volatile and untrue words to inject his prejudice into a non-story with Vice President Cheney. It appears to be another attempt by Sharpton to grab headlines and falsely cry "racism" for profit.

Want2BDiscovered.com Gives Global Exposure to Indie Artists via Live Webcasts
Tue, 24 Jul 2007, 18:00:00 GMT — Edited by Liisa Sullivan
NASHVILLE, Tenn. - July 24 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Are you a frustrated musician or vocalist seeking a record deal? Are you an unsigned or indie music artist who is looking for that first big break? Want2BDiscovered.com, LLC is giving unsigned artists more exposure than any other web site and has launched a seven-month urban talent competition - the Urban Showcase Series - to help get musicians discovered and the public involved.

Police and IT Managers Have New Arsenal to Combat Data and Laptop Theft
Tue, 10 Jul 2007, 19:45:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
NASHVILLE, Tenn. - July 10 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- America's IT Managers and Law Enforcement are angry. They are frustrated with the amount of stolen computers, data loss and associated identity theft that has been permeating the media as of late. One of the key issues is the availability of a reliable site with resources and tools to provide the education and information needed. After more than six months of ongoing discussion with Law Enforcement and IT Management, CyberAngel Security Solutions, Inc. has re-built its Web Site.

Sons of Confederate Veterans, Inc. Statement on NAACP
Tue, 19 Jun 2007, 19:08:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
COLUMBIA, Tenn. - June 19 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- According to reports in the national press, the NAACP is suffering financial problems and is closing some operations, including all regional offices, and is making staff reductions of 40-percent. SCV Commander-in-Chief Christopher M. Sullivan issued the following statement (continued).

Kedron Corporation Discovers a New Energy Source that is Extremely Inexpensive, Abundant and Pollution-Free
Thu, 14 Jun 2007, 04:45:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
FAIRVIEW, Tenn. - June 14 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Our dire need for a new source of inexpensive, pollution-free energy to free us from our dependency on foreign oil may have been met by a scientist in Tennessee. A new extremely inexpensive, pollution-free source of electricity has been discovered and is now being considered by major international corporations. This new technology produces electricity without chemical reactions, combustion or pollution.

President Gerald R. Ford's Final Memoir is Released
Wed, 18 Apr 2007, 16:27:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
NASHVILLE, Tenn. - Apr. 18 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- FlatSigned Press, a publishing house and rare books distributor, has released exclusive new writings by the late President Gerald R. Ford. The book, entitled 'A Presidential Legacy and The Warren Commission' (ISBN-13: 978-1-934304-02-0), provides a fascinating look into the mind of a great American leader in the final years before his death.

Sons of Confederate Veterans, Inc. Challenges Jay Leno Remarks
Tue, 17 Apr 2007, 19:10:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
ELM SPRINGS, Tenn. - Apr. 17 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The Sons of Confederate Veterans, one of the oldest veterans organizations in the United States, have publicly challenged NBC's 'Tonight Show' host Jay Leno over comments he recently made on the program.

Sons of Confederate Veterans Condemn Bias, Sloppy and Slanderous 'Journalism' from Indianapolis Fox 59
Fri, 13 Apr 2007, 18:00:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
ELM SPRINGS, Tenn. - Apr. 13 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- 'An outrageous lie' was the response of Chris Sullivan, Commander-in-Chief of the Sons of Confederate Veterans, to a recent report by Fox Channel 59 portraying the SCV as 'racist' and 'supremist' (sic).

Group Travel Planet Marks Seventh Anniversary with New Site for Groups
Fri, 30 Mar 2007, 15:00:00 GMT — Edited by Chris Simmons
PIGEON FORGE, Tenn. - Mar. 30 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Group Travel Planet, LLC, the pioneer and leader of online group travel booking, today announced the launch of GroupAbout.com, a new community site for groups on the go that combines the power of the company's advanced group-booking engine with new collaboration and social networking tools that make it easier for groups to plan and share information.

MIHN Records Releases CDs to Rock the Music World While Raising Funds for Charitable Organizations
Mon, 12 Mar 2007, 15:00:00 GMT — Edited by Liisa Sullivan
MEMPHIS, Tenn. - Mar. 12 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Two new CDs - 'Spirit of America' and 'She Dances' - have been released by Make it Happen Now (MIHN) Records, a new recording company in Memphis, TN. Inspired by the outpouring of human and corporate assistance after the devastation of Hurricane Katrina and a desire to support American troops, Spirit of America was created.

Ministry Developed to Keep Kids Safe from Sexual Offenders
Thu, 22 Feb 2007, 13:48:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
NASHVILLE, Tenn. - Feb. 22 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Recent studies show that sexual offenders are turning to God in increasing numbers and attending church in secret; 'Keeping Kids Safe Ministries' is helping churches discern who is attending church for the right or wrong reasons.

Action International, World's Number 1 Business Coaching Franchise Opportunity, Becomes ActionCOACH
Fri, 05 Jan 2007, 20:02:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
NASHVILLE, Tenn. - Jan. 5 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Action International, the world's #1 business coaching franchise, today announced it is changing its company name to ActionCOACH effective immediately. Among other benefits, the name change will give clients, potential franchisees and the general public an immediate understanding of the services that have propelled the company to the top of the business coaching field.

Innovative Fitness Tracking Software Acts As a Personal Trainer and Helps Users Reach Fitness Goals
Wed, 20 Dec 2006, 15:42:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. - Dec. 20 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- See fitness progress and stay motivated. WORKOUTWARE.COM has just released Open Fitness 2.0, a fitness tracking system designed to help people take control of their fitness, and take the guesswork out of keeping track of fitness activity.

OneHourRefund.com is Expanding its Service
Tue, 05 Dec 2006, 13:57:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
NASHVILLE, Tenn. - Dec. 5 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- OneHourRefund.com, a national tax preparation service offering Refund Anticipation Loans (RAL) to taxpayers nationwide, are proud to announce the opening of our Memphis, TN office at 3606 Austin Peay highway, Suite 117, in the Morgan-Brown Executive Centre.

Innovative ATM Company is Ushering in a New Era in ATMs
Mon, 04 Dec 2006, 14:43:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
NASHVILLE, Tenn. - Dec. 4 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- In an effort to stay on the cutting edge of the ATM industry, Brown Investments Inc., Automated Teller Machine division is proud to announce the Pinnacle Multi-Functional 10-in-1 kiosk. This kiosk retails for $25,995 and is one of the only kiosks of its type on the market today.

Federal Employees Demand More After 9/11 says Performance Management and Logistics Associates
Mon, 11 Sep 2006, 23:21:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. - Sept. 11 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- After the September 11th terrorist attacks on America, the economy slowed down for both private businesses and public organizations. People were losing jobs and forced to change their priorities and lifestyles. However, America regained its composure, reestablished itself as a global power, and went back to normalcy. Yet the aftermath of such tragedies have produced a spiritual void in America's workplace. Essentially, 9/11 exposed this emerging trend of workers seeking meaning and purpose in the workplace. Likewise, today's federal employees are also demanding this necessity.

Top Easy Ways to Reduce 'Back-to-School' Pressures for Parents
Mon, 28 Aug 2006, 17:24:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. - Aug. 28 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Are you prepared for this school year? asks Performance Management & Logistics Associates. Well, if you are a parent, you had better think about how you are going to manage your family time this year. Daryl & Estraletta Green, nationally syndicated columnists and parents of three active children, offer advice for overcoming the stresses of 'Back-to-School' pressures.

Brown Investments, Inc. Announces ATM Placements in Tennessee and Mississippi Airports
Tue, 23 May 2006, 19:56:00 GMT — Edited by Carly M. Zander
NASHVILLE, TN - May 23 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The Memphis International Airport and the Tunica Airport in Mississippi are part of Brown Investments' plan to expand into the airports, hotels and office buildings markets. Brown Investments, Inc. is a full-service business brokerage and investments firm, specializing in the placement and sale of ATMs.

Flying into the Future: Brown Investments, Inc. Announces ATM Placements in Tennessee and Mississippi Airports
Tue, 16 May 2006, 23:02:00 GMT — Edited by Liisa Sullivan
NASHVILLE, TN - May 16 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The Memphis International Airport and the Tunica Airport in Mississippi are among the first few to boast Automated Teller Machines (ATMs) provided by Brown Investments, Inc.

World Gym Unveils New Pricing Structure
Tue, 04 Apr 2006, 20:27:00 GMT — Edited by Christopher Laird Simmons
BRENTWOOD, TN - Apr. 4 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- World Gym today unveiled a new pricing structure for sixteen franchised locations across Tennessee and Georgia. The 'pay as you go' month-to-month membership that has no long-term commitment is available immediately at all participating locations.

Online Casino Buys Martin Luther King's Assassin's Bathtub
Fri, 31 Mar 2006, 19:03:00 GMT — Edited by Carly Zander
MEMPHIS, TN - Mar. 31 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Online casino GoldenPalace.com added another piece of history to their impressive collection of eccentric historical items with their latest eBay purchase, the bathtub that James Earl Ray was standing in when he shot Martin Luther King in 1968. The bathtub was sold for $7,600.

OneHourRefund Offers Rapid Return Filing and Refunds from the Comfort of Home
Fri, 10 Feb 2006, 07:14 EST — Edited by Carly Zander
NASHVILLE, TN - Feb. 10 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- OneHourRefund.com has launched an online tax preparation and rapid refund service for the 2005 filing year. Consumers can process their returns in as little as an hour's time. The service includes both state and federal returns, and a free trial is available.

Most Dangerous Trends Facing Hospitals - What's Wrong Here? In America, Flying is Safer Than Being Treated in a Hospital
Tue, 24 Jan 2006, 03:01 EST — Edited by Carly Zander
MEMPHIS, TN - Jan. 24 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- According to LifeWings Partners LLC, a recent survey of medical errors published in Health Affairs reveals that 34% of U.S. patients with critical health problems experience medical mistakes. Furthermore, this error rate was the highest among the six developed nations studied (United States, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Germany, and U.K.). For 20% of the patients, communication between patients and hospital staff was a factor when errors occurred.

The CyberAngel(R) leads the way in Data Protection & Unauthorized Access Notification
Wed, 11 Jan 2006, 02:22 EST — Edited by Christopher Simmons
NASHVILLE, TN - Jan. 11 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- CyberAngel(R) Security Solutions, Inc. (CSS, Inc.), an established leader since 1996 in Data Protection & Tracking and Recovery, is helping companies across the country comply with Security Breach Notification Laws and Privacy Acts. Although Privacy Acts have been in effect for a while, 23 states have now passed a law requiring notification to all who might have had their confidential information breached by a hacking attempt or stolen computer.

Group Travel Planet LLC Launches First-Ever Direct Connect Technology for Group Hotel Distribution
Wed, 4 Jan 2006, 02:18 EST — Edited by Christopher Simmons
PIGEON FORGE, TN - Jan. 4 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Group Travel Planet LLC, the pioneer and leader of online group travel, marked a major step in hotel distribution by today announcing that it has built first-ever direct connections that pull group hotel rates and inventory from hotel central reservation systems (CRS), property management systems (PMS), providers of distribution management solutions and merchant hotel distributors.

Group Travel Planet LLC Named Travel Partner of Choice by VISIT FLORIDA
Mon, 21 Nov 2005, 01:45 EST — Edited by Christopher Simmons
PIGEON FORGE, TN - Nov. 21 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Group Travel Planet, LLC, the pioneer and leader of online group travel booking, and VISIT FLORIDA, the official source for travel planning for the Sunshine State, today announced a strategic partnership that names Group Travel Planet the group travel partner of choice for VISIT FLORIDA.

The Active Network Partners with Group Travel Planet to Provide Members with Online Group Travel Deals and Reservations
Tue, 1 Nov 2005, 03:10 EST — Edited by Christopher Simmons
PIGEON FORGE, TN (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The Active Network Inc. (Active) and Group Travel Planet, LLC today announced a new marketing partnership that allows Active's team administrators, event directors and customers to book group hotel rooms and motor coach charters at deeply discounted rates using Group Travel Planet's unique online reservation technology.

Tailgating: Any Other Outdoor Meal is Just a Picnic: 'The Ultimate Tailgater's Handbook' is Filled With Humor, History, and Tips
Mon, 18 Jul 2005, 04:36 EDT — Edited by Christopher Simmons
NASHVILLE, Tenn. - July 18 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Tailgating is not a spectator's sport. And don't you dare call it a picnic. It's a roll-up-your-sleeves, pre-game right-of-passage for sports fans across America. But what makes tailgating unique? For Stephen Linn, author of 'The Ultimate Tailgater's Handbook' (Rutledge Hill Press, August 2005, ISBN: 1-4016-0224-X, Price: $14.99), tailgating combines athletic competition with the All-U-Can Eat Buffet in a way that no other pastime does. Linn's fascination with this pastime led to a surprisingly practical book that offers a sweeping exploration of tailgating.

Stolen Computers Recovered by The CyberAngel - Critical Information Protected...Never a Threat of Compromise
Mon, 27 Jun 2005, 12:24 EST — Edited by Christopher Simmons
NASHVILLE, Tenn. - June 27 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- CyberAngel Security Solutions, Inc. (CSS, Inc.), a leading provider of data protection and computer recovery, is making headlines across the country by recovering stolen computers at a record pace. Within the past 10 days, recoveries of stolen computers were made in Memphis TN, Charlottesville VA, Indianapolis IN, and St. Cloud MN, all 4 a result of office break-ins. The files on those computers were a mix of confidential business and client information, some containing sensitive financial and medical information. With The CyberAngel Software protecting that information, no threat of compromise ever existed.

Inside the Mega-Dairy: New Study Will Reveal How They Do Business - Huge Dairy Farms Operate Much Differently Than Traditional Dairies
Mon, 9 May 2005, 01:16 EST — Edited by Christopher Simmons
MEMPHIS, Tenn. - May 9 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- A new study from Entira (www.entira.net), 'Inside the Mega Dairy: Management Strategy and Decision-Making Structure,' will reveal how top managers in this important segment of the agricultural market think and operate.

New Book 'Overweight Kids' Addresses National Epidemic: Trusted Family Counselor Helps Parents Keep Their Children Safe From Childhood Obesity
Mon, 2 May 2005, 05:58 EST — Edited by Christopher Simmons
NASHVILLE, Tenn. - May 2 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- One in five kids is overweight according to the US Dept. of Agriculture - that's more than nine million obese children. Daily, headlines warn of the epidemic of childhood obesity that is quickly creating a national health crisis. Parents across America should be very concerned. A new nook 'Overweight Kids' by Linda Mintle, Ph.D. (ISBN: 1-59145-283-X), from Integrity Publishers, helps parents keep their children safe from childhood obesity.

First Women's Audio Bible Features Beloved Female Voices: Over 30 Well Known Women Read The Greatest Story Ever Told
Mon, 2 May 2005, 12:17 EST — Edited by Carly Zander
NASHVILLE, Tenn. - May 2 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Too busy to read? Now, for the first time, listen to a refreshingly different rendering of the Bible -- anytime, anywhere...driving the kids to school, commuting to the office, working out, or relaxing at home. This spring women everywhere will be transformed as they listen to 'The Word Becomes Flesh' (Thomas Nelson, Inc.), the complete New Testament read by some of today's most inspiring female voices. Featuring the bestselling New Century Version (NCV)(TM) translation, made popular through the success of the #1 bestselling BibleZines(TM), this all-women audio recording features 39 well-recognized authors, musicians and speakers, sharing the most beloved story of all time with listeners around the world.

Amadeus Launches Hotel Group Booking for Agents Powered by Group Travel Planet
Thu, 28 Apr 2005, 11:38 EST — Edited by Christopher Simmons
MIAMI, FL and PIGEON FORGE, TN - April 28 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Amadeus, travel industry technology provider and leading global distribution system (GDS), and Group Travel Planet, LLC (www.GroupTravelPlanet.com), pioneer of online group travel booking, today announced a new partnership that will bring Group Travel Planet's one-of-a-kind leisure hotel group booking capabilities and vast supplier inventory to the desktops of Amadeus agents in North America.

Goldenpalace.com Auctions Off 'Mystery Safe' Worth $1 Million Dollars!
Fri, 22 Apr 2005, 06:09 EST — Edited by Christopher Simmons
KNOXVILLE, TN - April 22 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- GOLDENPALACE.COM, the girl who sold the rights to change her name for life to Golden Palace Casino has another controversial auction on eBay! Formerly Terri of Knoxville, TN, Ms. GOLDENPALACE.COM is now auctioning an 1100 pound 'Mystery Safe' with contents reportedly valued at $1 Million Dollars, making it the highest valued Mystery Auction to date!

Pioneer of Online Group Bookings, Group Travel Planet, Celebrates 5th Anniversary
Thu, 31 Mar 2005, 10:46 EST — Edited by Christopher Simmons
PIGEON FORGE, TN /Send2Press Newswire/ -- Group Travel Planet, LLC (www.GroupTravelPlanet.com), the company who pioneered online group travel booking, today announced the celebration of its 5-year anniversary and the company's key accomplishments of providing consumers, tour operators and thousands of group-friendly suppliers one-of-a-kind features that make it simple and convenient to book and manage group travel online.

Woman Gets $15,199 to Change Name Forever - eBay Seller Terri Ilagan to be Legally Named GoldenPalace.com
Wed, 30 Mar 2005, 05:15 EST — Edited by Christopher Simmons
KNOXVILLE, TN /Send2Press Newswire/ -- When eBay-happy Internet casino GoldenPalace.com saw the header 'RIGHTS TO NAME ME! LEGALLY CHANGE MY FULL NAME FOREVER! RARE, LIFETIME ADVERTISING IDEA 4 YOUR COMPANY/WEBSITE!' on a Knoxville woman's eBay auction page, it was an offer they couldn't refuse.

Parenting Expert Offers 'Six Weeks to Raising a Well-Mannered Child'...No Supernanny Required
Wed, 23 Feb 2005, 12:16 EST — Edited by Carly Zander
NASHVILLE, TN /Send2Press Newswire/ -- Parents fighting the constant battle to get their children to eat, sleep and behave will breathe a sigh of relief with the release of Taming Your Family Zoo: Six Weeks to Raising a Well-Mannered Child (Revell, May 2005), by Donna Jones. In just six weeks, Donna teaches parents how to raise well-mannered children through the powerful tools of Rehearsing, Reminding, Reinforcing, and Reflecting.

GroupTravelPlanet.com Signs Partnership Deal with SideStep
Tue, 11 Jan 2005, 01:48 EST — Edited by Christopher Laird Simmons
PIGEON FORGE, TN /Send2Press Newswire/ -- Group Travel Planet, LLC (www.grouptravelplanet.com) and SideStep (www.sidestep.com) have entered into a business development partnership that will allow SideStep customers to book and manage their group hotel rooms of five rooms or more directly online, saving them valuable time and money.

By News Article Editor: Christopher Laird Simmons
VisiKey™ Keyboards Offer a Solution to the Estimated 60 Million Americans Who Suffer From Computer Eye Strain in the Workplace
CHATTANOOGA, TN - September 17, 2004 /Send2Press Newswire/ -- Computer Vision Syndrome (CVS), a recognized visual disorder by the American Optometric Association, has emerged as the leading health problem associated with prolonged computer use. VisiKey™, a new Enhanced Visibility Internet keyboard, addresses the keyboard portion of CVS with larger, higher contrast letters. The Enhanced Visibility lettering system (patent pending) features letters, numbers and symbols that are 430% larger than those on a standard keyboard.

By News Article Editor: Christopher Laird Simmons
CoachQuote.com® Launches New Group Consumer Site GroupTravelPlanet.com
New site to expand the company's advanced online group-booking technology to target the $15 billion SMERF market
PIGEON FORGE, TN - September 16, 2004 /Send2Press Newswire/ -- Group Travel Planet, which has been doing business as CoachQuote.com® in a business to business model for over four years, announced today the launch of GroupTravelPlanet.com, the travel industry's first fully-automated group travel website focused primarily on the small leisure group market with its own negotiated group hotel inventory from over 9,200 hotels throughout North America. The new site enables the company to build upon its current membership of close to 40,000 professional tour operators, travel agents and group leaders by better positioning its group-booking technology for the SMERF market.

By News Article Editor: Christopher Laird Simmons
CoachQuote.com® and VERSYSS Announce Strategic Partnership
Company's Plan to Integrate Technologies to Create the First Complete Suite of Group Tour Business Management Tools
PIGEON FORGE, TN and PROVIDENCE, RI - July 22, 2004 /Send2Press Newswire/ -- CoachQuote.com, the travel industry's leading online group-booking engine for over four years, announced today a strategic partnership with VERSYSS, a leading developer of transportation and tour management software based in Providence, RI.

By News Article Editor: Christopher Simmons
CoachQuote.com Signs Deal With Pegasus on New PegsTour™ Program
PIGEON FORGE, Tenn. - June 23, 2004 /Send2Press Newswire/ -- CoachQuote.com, the travel industry's first and leading online group-booking engine, is pleased to announce that it has signed an agreement with Pegasus Solutions, Inc. to interface with Pegasus' new PegsTour™ service. Pegasus, a leading global provider of hotel reservations-related services and technology, developed PegsTour to automate hotel bookings for both hotel companies and professional tour and wholesale operators.

By News Article Editor: Christopher Simmons
Former CEO of ResortQuest International, Inc. and COO of Promus Hotel Corporation to Chair CoachQuote.com® Board
PIGEON FORGE, TN - June 17, 2004 /Send2Press Newswire/ -- CoachQuote.com®, the travel industry's first and leading online group-booking engine for the past four years, is pleased to announce the appointment of David Sullivan as Chairman of its Board of Directors. Sullivan, who has 35 years of experience in the hospitality industry, will focus on building long term value for the company and provide the strong, veteran leadership necessary as the company moves into a new phase with its cutting edge second-generation technology.

By News Article Editor: Carly Zander
Leading Online Group Travel Web Site Launches 2nd Generation Technology
Company First to Fully-Automate Entire Group Travel Planning Process by Allowing Group Travel Coordinators to Book and Manage Everything Online
PIGEON FORGE, TN - June 15, 2004 /Send2Press Newswire/ -- For the past four years, CoachQuote.com® has been leading the way in online group travel planning by successfully enabling thousands of professional tour operators and group leaders to plan and book all aspects of their group trips online including chartering a motor coach, booking group hotel rooms, securing group attraction tickets, and more. With the launch of its much-anticipated 2nd generation web technology, the company has taken online group travel planning to the next level by enabling these same group coordinators to now also manage their group bookings online -- all the way up until the time their group takes their trip.

News Article Editor: Carly Zander
New Company Fills Niche In Lucrative Scrapbooking Market - Nene's Creations Makes Memories With Supplies Geared To African-Americans
OLD HICKORY, Tenn. - May 5, 2004 /Send2Press Newswire/ -- A new ecommerce site provides African- Americans the ability to make their own personalized memories with multi-cultural scrapbooking supplies. Nene's Creations™ (www.nenescreations.com) offers paper, stickers, die-cuts and frames featuring people of color.

News Article Editor: Christopher L. Simmons
Former Choice Hotels International & Trip.com VP Joins CoachQuote.com Team
Pigeon Forge, TN - April 1, 2004 /Send2Press Newswire/ -- CoachQuote.com®, the travel industry's leading online group-booking engine for the past four years, is pleased to announce that Scott Pearson has joined the company as Vice-President of Internet Distribution and Development. Pearson, who was Vice-President of Sales and Travel Industry Marketing for Choice Hotels International's North American Region in the nineties, was also Vice President Travel Industry Relations and B2B Marketing for Trip.com and assisted the company in their sale to Galileo International.

News Article Editor: Carly Zander
NitroTalent.com Launches First Talent Search Engine and Directory for Artists and Companies of Every Kind
MEMPHIS, TN - March 17, 2004 /Send2Press Newswire/ -- Nitro Entertainment Empire (www.nitrotalent.com), the next generation in talent scouting and promotion, today announced the launch of a full service talent search engine and directory for artists and companies of every kind.